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Looking for great stand-up on Netflix? We count down twenty-five highly recommended comedy specials on the streaming service...

In the face of ever-declining DVD sales, Netflix has quickly become the foremost place to discover new stand-up material. The streaming giant is on track to release over 50 exclusive specials in 2017 alone, signing big names (with big cheques) from both sides of the Atlantic and beyond.

There is a downside to this remarkable release schedule, though. With so many new specials out there, instantly accessible, it can sometimes feel like the smaller fish in the pond are getting short shrift. Amy Schumer, Dave Chappelle and Jerry Seinfeld have all been featured this year alone: with only so many column inches (and so much screen space) to occupy,

Zoe McLellan has joined Season 2 of the ABC drama series “Designated Survivor.” McLellan will play Kendra Daynes, a wise and brilliant attorney that has to navigate through the legal and personal issues of everyday life as well as in the White House. Kiefer Sutherland returns as presidential cabinet member Tom Kirkman who is forced to take control of the Oval Office when the President and the rest of the cabinet are killed. Created and executive produced by David Guggenheim, the series is produced under The Mark Gordon Company and ABC Studios.

Michelle Hurd will be joining cast of “Lethal Weapon” as a recurring guest star. Hurd will play Gina Santos, the new chief who tries to change up the flow of the Los Angeles police

Earlier today, we reportedly the sad news that Hollywood has lost another legend, with comedian Don Rickles passing away at the age of 90. His publicist confirmed that the iconic insult comic passed in his Los Angeles home, from kidney failure. As word of his passing spread, Hollywood icons left and right paid tribute to the late comedian through social media, to honor this late legend.

While most sent out their tributes through Twitter, others released lengthier tributes elsewhere. Rolling Stone caught up with Gilbert Gottfried, who summed up the the late comedian's legacy with a heartfelt statement that explained why Rickles will go down in history as one of the best comedians ever. Here's what Gilbert Gottfried had to say.

"Don Rickles was never politically correct, and he would never apologize for any of it. He was totally unapologetic about his comedy. So I admired that and looked at him

Amy Schumer has a new man! His name is Ben Hanisch, a 29-year-old furniture designer based out of Chicago, and the Trainwreck sounds head over heels. "Amy is so, so happy," a source tells People. "She calls him her boyfriend and says he constantly tells her how pretty, sexy and perfect she is. She feels like she hit the jackpot." Perhaps most importantly, Hanisch has scored the blessing of her younger sister, Kim Caramele. "Her sister loves him and that's important because her and her sis are Bff," adds the source. The happy couple were spotted together during Schumer's visit

When Paul F. Tompkins announced his decision to step away from Speakeasy, we thought that would be the end for the chatty, laid-back web series. Instead, Defy Media’s MadeMan brand, which distributes the series, decided to retool with a new host. On November 16th, Speakeasy will return, with comedian Russell Peters replacing Tompkins at the helm.

Peters will begin his tenure as the Speakeasy host by turning the tables on Tompkins and interviewing him. Once the proverbial torch has been passed, Peters will move onto other guests, including Michael Shannon, Anthony Jeselnik and Constance Wu. Snippets from Peters’ first episode can be seen in a trailer released on the MadeMan channel (which is also currently hosting videos from its second annual Gentleman Up campaign).

Tompkins hosted Speakeasy for three years, but in July 2015, he revealed that his schedule had gotten too crowded, and as a result, he decided to

No Fear, Anger, Disgust or Sadness required -- only Joy is needed for the arrival of Disney Pixar's blockbuster "Inside Out." Catch the Digital HD release on October 13; you'll have to wait until November 3 for the DVD and Blu-Ray. The list of "Inside Out" extras and special features is too long to post here -- it's as expansive as the credits of the movie! -- but here's the roundup for reference.

October on Netflix brings "Beasts of No Nation," starring Idris Elba as a ruthless African warlord who trains child soldiers. Directed by Cary Fukunaga ("True Detective"), it debuts on Netflix and in theaters on October 16.

While a lot of great horror movies are leaving Netflix in October, some new ones are coming exclusively to the platform: "Manson Family Vacation," (starring Jay Duplass as a guy whose brother is obsessed with Charles Manson) and "Circle," in which 50 strangers are held captive and must choose which one of them will live. We're also excited for "The Nightmare," the buzzy documentary about sleep terrors from the directors of "Room 237."

And if you want more horror, there are new seasons coming to Netflix, including "iZombie," "The Vampire Diaries," "Supernatural," "Hemlock Grove," and "American Horror Story: Freak Show."

We've reached a pretty important episode here, folks. We're going head to head. Tonight, our final ten will compete against each other for the title of Last Comic Standing, as well as some money and the other stuff that Anthony Jeselnik mentions every episode.

Anthony described that this round will include pairing off, and squaring off in a comedy dual. After each matchup, the judges will pick a winner, and only five will be left standing. Oof. Five? That seems slightly different than last season.

The first matchup is Michael Palascak versus Taylor Tomlinson. "I'm so close to being in the final five, I feel so nervous," Michael states. He's up first, so let's see how he does.

Are you guys ready for the final night of semifinals? Five more amazing comedians will be moving forward tonight, and after that, we'll start getting to know these contestants on a truly personal level. Who'll be my comedian crush this season? This episode will help me narrow it down!

At Universal Studios, we see contestants give each other some bro-hugs backstage. Andi Smith never expected to make it this far -- she didn't even bring clothes!

Roseanne refers to the show as a "comedy rumble," and Anthony Jeselnik tries to calm nerves down backstage by stating that he's "rooting for five of you!" Soon after, he introduces our judges -- Keenen, Roseanne, and Norm. Also, once again, Wanda Sykes will be mentoring.

Andi is nervous about which jokes to perform, and says she "doesn't know whether to continue with the mom stuff." As per usual, Wanda gives her a weirdly

Are you guys ready for the final night of semifinals? Five more amazing comedians will be moving forward tonight, and after that, we'll start getting to know these contestants on a truly personal level. Who'll be my comedian crush this season? This episode will help me narrow it down!

At Universal Studios, we see contestants give each other some bro-hugs backstage. Andi Smith never expected to make it this far -- she didn't even bring clothes!

Roseanne refers to the show as a "comedy rumble," and Anthony Jeselnik tries to calm nerves down backstage by stating that he's "rooting for five of you!" Soon after, he introduces our judges -- Keenen, Roseanne, and Norm. Also, once again, Wanda Sykes will be mentoring.

Andi is nervous about which jokes to perform, and says she "doesn't know whether to continue with the mom stuff." As per usual, Wanda gives her a weirdly

Tonight marks the end of the invitationals, which means that next week, we'll focus on the group of superstars that are in the running for the grand prize. Anthony Jeselnik starts by telling a lame joke about how he only cares about whose hosting (him!) before introducing our judges -- Roseanne, Norm, and Keenen.

From there, he dives right into our first comedian tonight, Lavar Walker. "I earned a doctorate degree in pharmacy," he starts. "Yet every morning I found myself behind a cash register ringing up cookies and juice... It's rough working the cash register, since often times, old men come to the register and don't know how to check out." He jokes about how the elderly often look at the debit machines like they're flying saucers. The joke is completed with a little physical comedy as well -- Lavar really has the "old man hunch" down.

Ready for round three of invitationals? I sure am. Friends, we know how it goes -- the winner of Last Comic Standing will win $250,000, a sweet NBC development deal, and the amazing chance to say that they won season 9 of Last Comic Standing. I'm sure it's an amazing way to pick up someone at a bar. "You might remember me from the television..."

Welcome to the second night of Invitationals! If we've learned anything from the first episode of Last Comic Standing, we know that every comic will bring something to the table, and Norm will be nothing but positive. Seriously, I await the moment where Norm just says "I totally hated your act." Maybe I'm speaking too soon. I mean, who knows what tonight will bring?

As we know, the ultimate winner of the show will be rewarded with $250,000, an NBC development deal, and the grand title. Hopefully they also throw a trophy in, or at least a plastic medal or something. You know -- something to put on display on the mantel.

Netflix has announced that season four of Longmire (which had been cancelled by A&E) will premiere on Thursday, September 10th, and new series Master of None will debut on Friday, November 6th. Also, the streaming service has renewed animated series BoJack Horseman for a third season.

Here's the press release:

Netflix Announces Premiere Dates for Longmire and Aziz Ansari’s New Series ‘Master of None’

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